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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    Hi MJ2, once again, sorry for your rejection and wish you much luck for your reapplication. No, they will not contact your universities to ensure validity of the documents, but they do need your transcripts to be sent directly by your universities (you can send them your certificates by...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    Guys, this is 666th page of this helpful forum :) Thank you all for your kind help and efforts, and Good luck with your immigration journey! And remember, Never Give Up! :) "Difficult things take a long time, impossible things a little longer." – Andre A. Jackson
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    Once again, I'm really sorry. They have been receiving too many updated RA/TA reference letters recently, they probably became suspicious... Or maybe they have been following this forum...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    Yes, man. Don't give up. You should follow it up. I am pretty sure there are people who got accepted with almost the same words in their letters. As long as there are no other reasons for your rejection (other than your reference letter), they should reassess your case. In my opinion, you could...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    I'm sorry to hear that. Although very briefly, you had the word "assist" in your letter (assisted me in analyzing the experimental results). It's weird that they didn't accept it! Did you send them any updated/additional letter of reference? Of course, you can send them an email asking about the...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    I am sorry I don't know that much information regarding your questions. The answer for the third question, is No. In your case, I think "Stuck In Quebec" can help you with your questions.
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    You need to check out the following page frequently: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/complete-applications.asp They used to mention the number of applicants (under PhD stream) reached CIO in the same page. I'm not sure why they have not done so yet, but surely they will, once...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    True that! :) Difficult things take a long time, impossible things a little longer. – Andre A. Jackson
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    Yes, they used to update this information for the PhD stream too. I'm not sure why they have not done so yet, but surely they will, probably in the next couple of weeks.
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    He means the CIC website not this forum. You need to check the following page frequently: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/complete-applications.asp
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    Hi, Did you have large deposits in your account after you got the POF request? Were you asked to provide additional documentation for your POF? I provided them with the following documents proactively: 1- A letter of financial support from my father dating back to 2009 (which was also included...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    1- In my opinion, try to say what exactly it was, and try your best to avoid misrepresenting or exaggerating any information within your application. 2- Yes it is enough but you can add additional documents (contracts, paychecks etc.) to strengthen your claim. I just provided them with a...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    I got the same email after submitting my request. I think you don't need to do anything but wait, as it takes a bit longer for some people, but the average time is about 3-4 weeks. I ordered mine on May 22 and I got it today. I believe you'll get yours in a few days. Good luck with your...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    You're welcome. I really appreciate your kindness and patience for spending much time to inform people like me about the important issues which can save time, money and a lot more...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    To be honest, I had no idea how vital it is to provide a detailed reference letter. That's why I submitted such brief letters with my application last year (a typical letter that the department provides to all PR applicants). You'll be fine dude, don't worry :)
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    N_O, Sorry for the delay. Here are my old and updated RA/TA reference letters. Old letter (provided by the department): “The purpose of this letter is to detail the duties and responsibilities of *** as a Research Assistant (RA) and Teaching Assistant (TA) in the department of *** at the...
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    It actually is :) I ordered a new one too, for the same reason.
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    Applicant from PhD program after 5 Nov, 2011 connect here to get status

    Ya, I believe so. Another issue that I overcame, was my POF issue. As I had a couple of large deposits ($ 5000, 6000, 10000) into my account after receiving POF request. Although all these amounts were my own money, my account balance was around $4000 at the time of POF request. Luckily, I had...